In order to prevent the spoilage of potato chips, they are packed in plastic bags in an atmosphere of :

(a) $C l_{2}$ (b) $H_{2}$ (c) $N_{2}$ (d) $O_{2}$

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Solution

Answer : (c) $N_{2}$
Explanation : It is a way of preventing rancidity (The condition produced by aerial oxidation of fats and oils in foods marked by unpleasant smell and taste is called rancidity).

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